A survey of 2,000 workers has identified the workplace adjustments that may be most helpful for those experiencing negative symptoms of menstruation and menopause. Of the individuals surveyed, 35% said that their work was affected by negative symptoms associated with menopause. A further 53% said they experienced workplace difficulties connected to menstruation. The symptoms most…
New CIPD guide on workplace transgender and non-binary diversity, equity and inclusion
On 5th September 2023, the CIPD published new guidance on transgender and non-binary equity, diversity, and inclusion (‘DEI’) in the workplace. The guide aims to help people professionals, employers and people managers take a proactive and informed approach to supporting transgender and non-binary people at work, as part of a broader EDI policy. Drawing from…
Fawcett Society publishes employer’s guide on fertility at work
The Fawcett Society, in collaboration with TotalJobs, has published an employer’s guide on navigating fertility at work. It shows that women feel the impact of infertility at work more acutely than men do, with disadvantages compounded for women on a low income, in a single-parent household, or from an Asian or Asian-British background. A survey…
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Employee whose performance declined in menopause awarded £64,000 for disability discrimination
Law Menopause-related discrimination claims can be complex. Several characteristics that are protected under the Equality Act 2010 may be relevant. These may include: Age: where those of menopausal or post-menopausal age are treated differently from other age groups. Sex: where a woman is treated less favourably, harassed or disadvantaged because of menopause. Disability: where an…
Comments against gender-critical beliefs were unlawful harassment
An employment tribunal has unanimously upheld a harassment claim related to an employee’s gender-critical belief. It was not disputed that her belief was protected under Section 10 of the Equality Act 2010. Facts The claimant was employed by the Arts Council England (‘ACE’). The Deputy Chief Executive of ACE hosted a virtual drop-in session for…
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Agency workers cannot cover those on strike
High Court decision Until 21st July 2022, Regulation 7 of the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulation 2003 prevented employment businesses from supplying temporary workers to cover the work of those taking part in industrial action. The High Court has held that the Secretary of State had failed to comply with his duty…
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Why do women leave the workforce early?
The second glass ceiling The British Standards Institution (‘BSI’) has published a report examining factors that cause women to leave the workforce early other than through choice. It describes the factors as ‘the second glass ceiling’. The report followed a survey of more than 5,000 women in the UK, USA, Australia, China and Japan. Findings…
When can an employer interfere with an employee’s expression of their beliefs?
The EAT has upheld an appeal against an employment tribunal’s decision that a Christian employee was not directly discriminated against or harassed because of her protected beliefs, including that gender cannot be fluid and that an individual cannot change their biological sex or gender. Facts Mrs Higgs is a Christian and was employed as a…
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British Standards Institute publishes new code of practice on workplace diversity, equity and inclus
The Code makes the business case for DEI and its link to performance. It uses practical guidance and tools to encourage, promote, and support DEI in the workplace. The document advises your business to select the most appropriate guidance for you and to adopt a phased approach so that you can measure progress and results….
How can you use disability passports to improve inclusion?
The Great British Workplace Adjustments Survey 2023 reveals disabled employees still face barriers at work and makes recommendations for employers to improve disability inclusion in their workplace. The survey notes that disabled employees wait too long for reasonable adjustments and barriers remain even after adjustments have been made. The report encourages employers to use disability…
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KPMG: social class and nepotism are major factors in obtaining work experience
A KPMG survey of 2,000 young people suggests that social class and nepotism have a major influence on their ability to access work experience. The survey revealed that young people from low socio-economic backgrounds were less likely to have gained work experience (40%) compared to the average for young people in all socio-economic groups (47%)….
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More than half of British employers expect AI to increase headcount over the next two years
A new survey shows British employers have a positive outlook on the potential that AI technologies have to increase the number of jobs and improve recruitment, upskilling and employee engagement. The findings come from a new survey of over 2,000 British employers by Experis. 54% of employers believe AI could have a positive effect on…
